Kit Assembler

Smurfit Westrock; Greer, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Career with global packaging company

Competitive salary

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Greer, SC is hiring assembly/packout associates to support the packaging line. You will perform tasks on the assembly line, open cartons, place products, apply labels, and pack items to meet quality and schedule requirements.

This role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and comprehensive training is provided to help you develop skills and grow within a global packaging company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with line leads and associates.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks on the assembly line to support the assembly process and ensure quality merchandise is produced on schedule.
• Open cartons, place products on tables, apply labels, pack products, and tape boxes according to work orders.
• Wrap and/or band pallets, tag pallets, and move pallets using pallet jack if necessary.
• Remove trash and debris from lines and assist with housekeeping tasks.
• Support line leaders and maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Follow company policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading work orders

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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The opportunity

The Greer, SC plant is seeking assembly/packout associates. This position is responsible for performing various tasks on the assembly line to support the assembly process and producing quality merchandise on schedule.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

• Perform various tasks on the assembly line, such as opening cartons, placing products on tables, applying labels, packing products, and taping boxes, using the work order as a guide for job requirements and customer specifications.
• Wrap and/or band pallets and tag pallets; move pallets to appropriate area for removal with pallet jack if necessary.
• Remove trash and debris from lines; assist with overall housekeeping tasks on the line.
• Assist line leaders as needed.
• Responsible for the overall safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned; duties may vary based on the facility’s needs.

What you need to succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with line leads and associates.

What we offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.